New Mexico Lindo Eatery Open

Exeter's restaurant scene just got bigger.

Mexico Lindo on Portsmouth Avenue is now open. The eatery is in the old Friendly's building.

"We are an authentic Mexican restaurant," manager Pedro Augirre said earlier this month. "The recipes are passed down from my grandma."

In addition to tacos and burritos, the eatery serves tamales and mole poblano, among other dishes.

The restaurant already has several reviews—all positive—on Yelp.com

Augirre said his restaurant will focus on quality, homemade food at a fair price, along with good service and cleanliness. He said there will be about 10 employees.

An outdoor patio is also being installed, Augirre said.

Mexico Lindo is at 72 Portsmouth Ave.—less than a half-mile from Margaritas and Las Olas, two other Mexican-themed restaurants.

The Exeter Friendly's closed in January after the company reportedly suffered from rising operating costs, among other factors.